Will Ireland say yes to fiscal treaty?

Probably. At this stage, fear (of the unknown consequences of a No vote) is the most powerful factor that will motivate people to go to their polling station to cast a Yes vote.

Will Angela Merkel listen to François Hollande?

French President François Hollande will meet German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Will SPD’s Hannelore Kraft challenge Angela Merkel?

Maybe not, but Kraft’s position is pretty strong after she led SPD to victory in North Rhine-Westphalia election.

Another test for Merkel: State election in North Rhine-Westphalia

NRW is the most populous state in Germany.

Does Obama believe in gay marriages?

Probably.  President Obama told ABC News:  It is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.

Welcome to Merkollande

Few comments on the EU, François Hollande and Angela Merkel by Carolin Rüger, Institute for Political Science and Social Research – European Research and International Relations, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg

Europe: Extreme right and left on the rise

Read few comments.

Greece: Will a government be formed?

And what about the rise of extremist parties.

What can Europe expect from Hollande?

Let us assume Hollande will win the 2nd round of presidential elections. Hollande has suggested he will seek changes in the fiscal compact.

What next for Chen Guangcheng?

It is probably not good for CGC.